Ricky Gervais' comedy talent search coming to Glasgow
The evening of comedy will be hosted by rising star Red Richardson, who has more than 400 million online views.
This event is part of the UK-wide Spirit of Comedy competition, launched by Ricky Gervais and his vodka brand Dutch Barn Vodka.
The ultimate winner will receive a £5,000 prize and the opportunity to open for Gervais at Wembley Arena in November.
The Glasgow event will see local comedians battling it out for a spot in the next round of the competition.
In addition to the comedy, attendees will also receive a complimentary Dutch Barn cocktail.
Gervais said: "As well as trying to make Dutch Barn a billion-dollar global brand, we thought we might as well try to find Britain's second greatest comic."
Tickets for the event are available at www.DutchBarn.com/SpiritOfComedyTickets.
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